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Waikiki Beach, Honolulu

3.8
#1 of 207 in Beaches in Hawaii
Beach Nature / Park
Soak up Hawaii’s island charm while relaxing on the sandy shores of Waikiki Beach. Located on the south shore of Honolulu, the beach borders the well-known neighborhood of Waikiki, once a playground for Hawaiian royalty. Known for its pristine white sand, bathtub temperatures, and spectacular views of the Diamond Head tuff cone, the beach serves as a popular place for watersports and sunbathing year-round. Try your hand at riding the waves with a surf lesson, or take a stroll along the boardwalk, where you will find a variety of oceanside dining options and street vendors. Put Waikiki Beach into our Honolulu trip planner to see other points of interest to visit during your vacation in Honolulu.
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  • By Vesna M
    As expected there are masses of people swimming, sunbathing, moving around, but that's part of its charm.  more »
  • By theoraclesboy
    We first came to Oahu in 1995 on our honeymoon and visited Waikiki Beach regularly throughout or holiday and created a great fondness for it. We returned again with mum and dad and our baby 1 1/2...  more »
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